Grassroots efforts come together to safeguard cultural heritage, natural habitat, and public green space in Charleston County’s newest Historic District
Lowcountry Land Trust, a nonprofit committed to preserving Lowcountry landscapes and waterways for current and future generations, is proud to announce the permanent protection of Coakley Chapel Park, a 6.5-acre property located in the heart of the Hamlin Beach settlement community and historic district in Charleston County. The property exemplifies the intersection of cultural preservation, environmental conservation, and access to a central gathering place that has long served the community’s residents.
At the park’s core is the historic Coakley Chapel, originally known as The Meeting House, established by Mr. Sam Coakley in the early 1900s. The chapel quickly became a vital part of Hamlin Beach’s community life, functioning as a prayer house, meeting space, and local resource hub. Moving forward, the chapel will continue to serve as a community gathering space while also providing educational and interpretive programming about the history and culture of the Hamlin Beach Community…